I had met Michael Stipe, and he was such a kind person, and extremely understanding, so I asked him if he knew a photographer who would come to Detroit, where I lived, who would be child friendly and who would respect my home. Michael suggested Steven [ Sebring]. One day a knock came at my door, and when I opened it, there was Steven. He's been like a brother ever since.
Patti SmithMy mother had no end of tragedy in her life. She would make herself get up and take a deep breath and go out and do laundry. Hang up sheets.
Patti SmithI've never felt grounded because of my ancestry or my gender. I think until women get away from that they're not going to be great writers.
Patti SmithWhat a model of an artist was for me was an artist who worked. Picasso was the ultimate model, because the work ethic he had.
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